“Then it’s settled, we can reach Black Water Pack by sunset if we leave now,” Nicolas said to Regina. There was whistling coming from the gates as the horses came trodding in. Regina and Nicolas ran to catch them. Regina spotted Derek’s note addressed to Alice. She opened it.
My dearest love,
We are going to fight Black Water Pack, but there is a chance I will not return to you and I just need you to know I love you and I am doing this for your future and the future of our child.
Your love,
Derek
She looked to Nicolas. “You need to leave now,” she commanded. He nodded in agreement and turned to one of the warriors, “Gather the men, we leave in five.”
Azura opened the door and crept out into the hall. They made their way toward where they heard the door close. They had almost reache
